Tag: Blake Shaw Homes

Butler's Pantries are no longer just for homes with actual butlers. Typically located between the dining room and kitchen, a butler's pantry is a serving and storage room, generally for glassware and silver. In earlier times European butlers would actually sleep in the butler's pantry to keep a watchful eye over the family's silver. These days butler's pantries are making[...]

Hosting a dinner party for close friends can be a challenge if you do not have adequate space in your home. Fortunately, some Atlanta new homes feature formal dining options to give you more space and flexibility. These dining rooms showcase the elegance of the home and offer an inviting room for guests to dine and socialize. Formal dining rooms[...]

Have you always wanted to live in a golf course community, but are afraid you can't afford it? Well good news, golf communities are more affordable than ever. These neighborhoods are ideal for Atlanta new home buyers looking for a great community to live, vacation to or retire. Here are a few examples of Georgia golf communities that are luxurious[...]

Stone exteriors give homes a classic, stately appeal. Stone accents look elegant and often lend sophistication through its earthy appearance. Homes can be constructed using mostly stone exteriors or through using stone to accent certain feature that the owner wants to highlight. Because of the effect it has on the overall appearance, the trend has become increasingly popular, and you[...]

You are looking to build your own home, but you haven't found a trusted home builder to make your plans a reality. Does this sound like you? When William and Juliane McCaleb started making plans to build their dream home, they had a budget that needed to be followed without any deviations. A lifelong friend introduced the McCalebs to Blake[...]

If you're a parent looking for a new home in Atlanta then make sure you look for a home that not only has an amenity package, but amenities specifically designed for children. Here are a few options that include amenities your children are sure to enjoy:
Bowen Family Homes has several communities throughout metro-Atlanta that are perfect for families including Hanover[...]

You may not be paid to cook, but anyone can feel like a professional chef in their upgraded, gourmet kitchen. Atlanta new home builders are including top-of-the-line features and finishes in their spacious kitchens, so that homeowners can feel like a chef any night of the week. If you are looking for a new Atlanta home with a gourmet kitchen[...]

Mud rooms are a great feature in homes that create a barrier between the outdoors and indoors. Generally located adjacent to the garage or an entry door, a mud room is an area where people entering the home can remove sodden and dirty layers. A well-designed mud room will have hooks and rack for clothes and shoes as well as[...]

With Spring just around the corner now is the time to enjoy outdoor living from your own home. Porches and loggias are a great way to spend time outdoors whether you are reading a book or spending time with family and friends. Here are some great Atlanta neighborhoods that feature homes that incorporate the best of outdoor living:
Avignon at Vinings[...]

The garage is a key component to any home in Atlanta. Many people use the garage for its traditional use, as a place to park cars, as well as storage. Unfortunately, using the garage for both of these purposes can sometimes limit either its storage capacity or the number of cars that can fit into the garage. For this reason,[...]